What is the cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Whitby?

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Whitby is to bus via Middlesbrough which costs £21 - £45 and takes 8h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Runcorn to Whitby?

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Whitby station. However, there are services departing from Runcorn High Street- Stand C and arriving at Bus Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Bus Station Stand 8 and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Whitby via Liverpool Lime Street and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Whitby?

The distance between Runcorn and Whitby is 177 miles. The road distance is 137.8 miles.

How do I travel from Runcorn to Whitby without a car?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Whitby without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 47m and costs £35 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Runcorn to Whitby?

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Runcorn to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Whitby bus from?

Runcorn to Whitby bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Whitby train from?

Runcorn to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Runcorn to Whitby?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Whitby is to bus which takes 8h 6m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Runcorn to Whitby bus arrive?

Runcorn to Whitby bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Runcorn to Whitby train arrive?

Runcorn to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Whitby is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Runcorn to Whitby.

How do I get a train ticket from Runcorn to Whitby?

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

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Runcorn to Whitby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Runcorn to Whitby by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Huddersfield
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Scarborough
3. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop S to Bus StationX93
5h 47m
£39–143
Bus via Middlesbrough
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus StationUk072
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bus Station Stand Z172 / ...
8h 55m
£21–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyes840
8h 6m
Drive 137 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Whitby137 mi
2h 37m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to DarlingtonLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
2. Take the train from Darlington to WhitbyDarlington - Whitby
6h 39m
£38–88

Runcorn to Whitby by train and bus

109Weekly Services

5h 47mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.3 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Whitby, North Yorkshire, England?

You can take a bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Boyes via Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G, Warrington Central, Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Runcorn to Whitby via Liverpool Lime Street and Darlington in around 6h 39m.

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